Great Fall Kickoff Festival
Oct. 9-18
fall into 10 days of fun at the garden
Super Bloom Grand Opening
Oct. 9-18
Super Bloom by Graphic Rewilding invites visitors to get outdoors and connect with nature in a big way. Explore 21 installations with towering blossoms, snap photos inside colorful glass houses with vibrant floral scenes and experience the desert in full bloom. After dark, illuminated installations transform the Garden with vivid light, color and shadow, creating an immersive landscape beneath the desert sky.
Fall Garden After Dark
Nightly, 6-10 p.m.
This fall, the Garden transforms after sunset into a breathtaking celebration of color and light. Discover an immersive landscape of illuminated installations that brings the beauty beneath the desert sky. Wander through glowing pathways surrounded by warm fall hues, seasonal botanical displays and captivating light experiences.
Music in the Garden
Oct. 9 & 16, 6-9 p.m.
The music is back! Music in the Garden returns, bringing live performances back to the beauty of the Garden. Gather with friends and family, relax under the open sky, and enjoy unforgettable evenings filled with great music, scenic views and community spirit.
Weekly Theme nights
Uncorked Mondays: Sips, Strolls and Sounds
Oct. 12 | 5-9:30p.m.
Kick off the week with a wine, music, good vibes at Uncorked Mondays: Sips, Strolls and Sounds. Each week brings a fresh lineup of wines to taste and a live musical performance to enjoy as you explore the Garden.
Tacos & Tequila in the Garden
Oct. 13 | 5-9 p.m.
Join us this fall on Tuesday nights for Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s crispy tacos and tequila-based cocktails at the coolest desert setting in Phoenix!
Dog Nights in the Garden
Oct. 14 | 5-10 p.m.
Grab your leash and join us for an unforgettable evening in the Garden. Dog Nights are back, giving you and your four-legged friend after-hours access to the Garden.
Sunset Socials: Create, Play & Dance
Oct. 15 | 6-9 p.m.
Gather at the Garden for a series of fun-filled evenings designed to spark creativity, connection and community. Enjoy a rotating lineup of hands-on crafts, lively dance lessons and unique experiences as the sun sets.
Dog Days in the Garden
Oct. 10 & 17 | 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fall is better with your best friend by your side. At Dog Days in the Garden, pups and people alike can enjoy cooler temperatures, scenic strolls and an unforgettable morning outdoors.
More to Enjoy!
Fall Butterflies
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Don’t miss this living exhibit that features thousands of free-flying Southwestern butterflies. Get an up close and personal experience with these winged beauties, learn about each stage of their life cycle and discover what actions we can take to protect them.
Cactus Clubhouse
Oct. 10-13 | 9 a.m. – 3p.m.
Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Kids can engage in activities that spark their curiosity for nature and encourage exploration. Families can dig, splash, climb, play, create, build and more! Join us on the weekends for fun hands-on activities and crafts too.
Fall Decor
7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Celebrate autumn with beautiful seasonal décor throughout the Garden. Stroll past our charming pumpkin tree and gourd towers, festive garlands and handcrafted botanical wreaths. These picture-perfect fall backdrops are the ideal place to capture your favorite autumn photo ops!
